Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer

State of Oregon • Klamath Falls, OR

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer Klamath Falls, OR - OYA Klamath County Parole & Probation Field Office Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of youth? The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a dedicated Juvenile Parole and Probation Officer (JPPO) to provide supervision and case management services to youth in our care. In this role, you’ll use developmental and cognitive behavioral models to assess risk/needs, develop case plans, and coordinate treatment and placement services tailored to each youth’s individual and cultural needs. Serving as the primary caseworker for all OYA and Department of Corrections (DOC) youth in OYA physical custody once they are assigned to the JPPO’s caseload. With a focus on accountability and fostering positive behavior change, you’ll collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including families, community partners, and educational providers. By employing Positive Human Development (PHD) principles and the Developmental Approach to Parole and Probation (DAPP), you’ll play a key role in helping youth build a foundation for success while maintaining vital community connections. If you have excellent communication skills, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individual differences are valued, this role is for you. Join us in supporting youth, families, and communities while promoting dignity, respect, and personal growth. Additional Information: Location: The office is located in Klamath County in Klamath Falls, Oregon however your case loads may be located at other counties based on business needs. Hybrid Work Schedule: This position is eligible for remote work. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state’s Work Reimagined website for more information. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, click here. The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details. This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached. Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, the Behavioral Sciences or a related degree; and two years experience guiding or counseling troubled, criminal offender or socially maladjusted clients in a social service or criminal justice setting.
• Three years of additional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).

Nice To Haves

• Experienced leadership ability with strong interpersonal, problem solving, decision making collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience handling crisis situations in a youth corrections environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (assessed in application material as well as in the interview)
• Strong knowledge in OYA policy’s, practice and procedures
• Experience working with diverse youth populations and commitment to current DEI practices

Responsibilities

• Working with local juvenile department staff and partner agencies to serve delinquent youth that require out-of-home placement.
• Potentially participating in local resource/placement meetings to work with youth who may require out-of-home placement.
• Depending on local agreement, staff may refer youth or assist the local juvenile department with accessing programs and services that best match the youth’s risk level and treatment needs.
• Assisting with transition of the case to OYA including: scheduling initial placement screening interviews, transportation and court appearances.
• Prepares all necessary paperwork if youth is accepted for placement
• Serving as the primary caseworker for all OYA and Department of Corrections (DOC) youth in OYA physical custody once they are assigned to the JPPO’s caseload.

Benefits

• OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance, generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level